Cheddar 45 %, white and red
Cheddar with 45–47 % fat in dry matter, white or red (coloured with beta-carotene), young (2–4 weeks) or ripened (5–8 weeks). Made from cow's milk pasteurised at 74 °C, with microbial rennet; close texture without holes. Shipped chilled in reefer containers.
Key facts
| Product | Cheddar, white or red, 45–47 % fat in dry matter |
|---|---|
| Packing and carton weight | blocks; block weight confirmed in each offer |
| Cartons and tonnes per 40ft | reefer container, chilled (not frozen); tonnage confirmed in each offer |
| Origin | European Union, country confirmed in each offer |
| Approval | EU plant approval number indicated on the health certificate |
| Shelf life | confirmed in each offer |
| Temperature | 2–8 °C |
| Lead time | loading 7–14 days after the order is placed |
| Incoterms | CIF / CFR / FOB |
| Documents | health certificate and certificate of origin for each shipment; pre-shipment inspection by SGS or Bureau Veritas on request |
| Inspection | SGS or Bureau Veritas on request |
| Minimum order | One full container |
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Specifications
| Product | Cheddar, white or red, 45–47 % fat in dry matter |
|---|---|
| Origin | European Union, country confirmed in each offer |
| Ingredients | pasteurised milk, calcium chloride, salt, starter cultures, microbial rennet; red: beta-carotene colour |
| Analysis | total fat 26 % ± 2; moisture 42 % ± 2; salt 1.2 %; pH 5.2–5.5 |
| Declarations | free from antibiotics, no nitrates, lactose-free, not irradiated |
| HS code | 0406 90 21 |
| Packing | blocks; block weight confirmed in each offer |
| Container | reefer container, chilled (not frozen); tonnage confirmed in each offer |
| Storage | 2–8 °C |
| Shelf life | confirmed in each offer |
| Halal | Halal certificate on request, confirmed in each offer |
| Documents | health certificate and certificate of origin for each shipment; pre-shipment inspection by SGS or Bureau Veritas on request |
| Lead time | loading 7–14 days after the order is placed |
Trade terms
Incoterms
CIF / CFR / FOB
Minimum order
Minimum one 20ft dry container for milk powder
Inspection
Pre-shipment inspection by SGS available at the buyer's request (quality, quantity, temperature).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between white and red Cheddar?
The same cheese; the red one is coloured with beta-carotene, from orange to slightly red.
Young or ripened?
Young Cheddar is ripened 2–4 weeks, ripened Cheddar 5–8 weeks. State your choice in the enquiry.
How is Cheddar stored and shipped?
Chilled, between 2 and 8 °C, in reefer containers.
Is there a technical data sheet?
Yes. The ATC technical data sheet (PDF) can be downloaded on this page. The supplier's full specification is shared with each offer.